2009 Volkswagen Eos vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Eos would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 464 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. 2013 BMW 6 series has automatic transmission and 2009 Volkswagen Eos has manual transmission. 2009 Volkswagen Eos will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Volkswagen Eos | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Volkswagen | BMW |
Model | Eos | 6 series |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 437 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 649 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 4.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4896 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |